Sampathgiri
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| Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Perumal Temple | |
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Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Perumal Temple | |
Tiruvannamalai | |
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| Location | South Indian architecture |
| Creator | Vijayanagara Kings |
Sampathgiri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Perumal Temple is a huge hill in the centre of
Polur, Tamil Nadu, India. This hill has been dedicated to Lord Narasimha and a temple was constructed in ancient times on the hill. Many celebrities and personalities have visited this temple and donated to its renovation. South Indian actor Sivaji Ganesan donated a huge amount for the renovation of the steps to the temple on the hill. The temple is very Important in the Vaishnavate tradition and is a Abhimana Kshethram
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Legend
Two great Rishis Performed severe penance in this hill towards
Lord Narasimha
Appeared Swayambu on the mountain and Showered his divine Grace towards the Rishi. He also retrieved his hands and told him to instal the Utsava murthi on the Foot of the hill.
Architectur and significance
The Temple Steps were built by the Vijayanagara Kings, and the temples were built in Various periods of History. There is cave Annai guaha and there are 2 theerthams Brahma teertham and pulasthirya theertham.
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